Trademark Enforcement Paralegal

Overview

This role focuses primarily on trademark enforcement, supporting both domestic and international efforts to protect brand assets. The position also involves assisting with trademark prosecution and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support trademark enforcement activities including monitoring, domain name disputes, counterfeit reporting, online infringement, takedowns, and investigations of fraudulent trademark use
• Review trademark watch notices, analyze potential conflicts, and prepare summaries and recommendations for attorney review
• Assist attorneys in drafting and managing cease-and-desist letters and related enforcement correspondence
• Support Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) proceedings such as oppositions and cancellations
• Gather and organize evidence related to use, infringement, and priority to support enforcement strategies
• Assist with Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP) complaints and domain name enforcement
• Coordinate with investigators, vendors, and foreign counsel on enforcement actions
• Maintain enforcement tracking systems and prepare status reports for client portfolios
• Assist with U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution matters including preparing and filing applications, Office Action responses, Statements of Use, and maintenance filings (Sections 8, 15, and renewals)
• Review specimens of use for compliance with USPTO requirements
• Communicate with foreign associates regarding filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements
• Support docket management including deadline tracking and participation in docket meetings
• Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches
• Assist with assignment recordations and portfolio maintenance
• Prepare client reporting letters and trademark status updates

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Trademark Paralegal with significant exposure to enforcement matters
• Strong experience in enforcement activities including domain disputes, counterfeit reporting, online infringement, takedowns, and TTAB proceedings
• Working knowledge of U.S. and international trademark prosecution processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and identify enforcement strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team
• Proactive and solution-oriented with strong follow-through
• Comfortable working in a virtual or hybrid environment
• Familiarity with Madrid Protocol and WIPO procedures preferred

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent relevant experience in intellectual property enforcement

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with iManage or similar document management systems
• Familiarity with trademark docketing systems
• Experience with USPTO systems and global intellectual property databases

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for discretionary year-end bonus and annual merit-based increases
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off

Location

This position supports virtual or hybrid work environments.